“Snow showers are now likely to be seen in parts as far south as London”

James Madden

Exacta Weather forecaster James Madden told the Express: “Snow showers are now likely to be seen in parts as far south as London, Wales, and parts of central England towards the end of this week.

“These are likely to be light and are not expected to cause any real issues but nevertheless it is still very early for wintry weather around the Capital.

“More significant snow and blizzards are likely to develop across higher ground during this period and some lower levels are also likely to see wintry showers developing widely, particularly, but not restricted to parts of northern England.”

Meanwhile bookmakers Coral have slashed odds on a “white Halloween” down to 1-2.

SNOW WAY: Bookies have dropped the odds of a white Halloween to 1-2 (Pic: GETTY)

Spokesman John Hill previously told Daily Star Online: “Odds and temperatures are plummeting – watch out for a white Halloween.”

Met Office forecaster Sarah Kent added: “After mild temperatures, it will be time for woolly jumpers and hats.

“Winds turn to the north from Thursday, bringing cold polar air and much cooler temperatures across all parts by the weekend.

MILKING IT: This will be at least the second cold wave of the year (Pic: GETTY)

“There could be snow lying on high ground at the weekend, with temperatures low enough for wintry showers mainly in the north Pennines, north-east England and Scotland. If the wind direction changes, other areas could be at risk.”

As we move into November the Met Office predicts the weather will be "changeable", with more frost and the UK overall "staying on the cold side".